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Vexing math: Jets have seven draft needs, but only six picks

We're just about halfway between the start of free agency and the draft, which means teams are transitioning into full draft mode. The New York Jets have fewer draft needs because of their work in free agency -- six new players, including two projected starters -- but they're far from finished.

An updated look at their most pressing needs as we head toward April 28, keeping in mind they have only six picks:

1. Outside linebacker: Sheldon Richardson finished last season as one of the two starters on the outside, but he will return to his roots on the defensive line, according to Todd Bowles.